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Dark Spots on Your Hands? Here’s What You Can Do About Them

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Do you have dark spots on your hands? Fortunately, there are things that you can do to reduce the appearance of these spots and improve the overall health of your skin. In this blog post, I'll explain why dark spots on the hands occur and share some tips that can help reduce their appearance.

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Exploring Popular Skincare Ingredients for Beginners

Kim Gallo Esthetics

For skincare beginners, the task of understanding all those labels and ingredients can seem daunting. But fear not, I'm here to guide you through some of the most popular skincare ingredients and what they do. Firstly, let's talk about active vs inactive ingredients. Next, we have natural vs synthetic ingredients.

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10 Anti-Aging Ingredients to Use for Brighter, Firmer, and More Youthful-Looking Skin

Renee Rouleau

In this post, I’ll share 10 of the best anti-aging ingredients in skincare. As a product formulator and esthetician with over 30 years of experience, I can confidently say that these ingredients are capable of creating real change in the skin. The 10 Best Anti-Aging Ingredients in Skincare 1.

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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Whiteheads and Blackheads: These are non-inflammatory types of acne that appear as small bumps or dark spots on the skin. Here are some tips and tricks to prevent acne: Follow a Consistent Skincare Routine Develop a skincare routine that includes cleansing, toning, moisturizing, and exfoliating. More on those in a bit!

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Glycolic Acid vs Salicylic Acid: What You Need to Know

Kim Gallo Esthetics

This process of exfoliation reveals newer, healthier skin cells and gives the skin a more radiant appearance. Glycolic acid also has hydrating and anti-aging properties, which make it a popular ingredient in moisturizers and serums. It has long been used as an acne treatment, as it works by exfoliating the skin and unclogging pores.

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How to prevent hyperpigmentation

American Esthetician Organization

Regular exfoliation removes dead cells from the surface of your skin. The first is dark spots or age spots, known as solar lentigines, primarily caused by sun exposure over time. It stimulates the production of melanin, leading to dark spots or sunspots on your skin. Avoid doing this for better skin health.

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Renée Predicts the 6 Biggest Skincare Trends of 2023

Renee Rouleau

In her version, Dr. Bowe says night one is for exfoliation, night two is for a retinoid, and then nights three and four are all about hydrating and nourishing to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier. Going forward though, I think we’ll see more body products with active ingredients to combat targeted concerns.

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